Niu Valley Middle School serves 742 students in grades 6-8.
Niu Valley Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niu Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Niu Valley Middle School's student population of 742 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niu Valley Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Niu Valley Middle School is 0.75, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
26%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
17%
11%
Hawaiian
8%
26%
Two or more races
25%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niu Valley Middle School's ranking?
Niu Valley Middle School is ranked #42 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Niu Valley Middle School?
742 students attend Niu Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Niu Valley Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niu Valley Middle School?
Niu Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Niu Valley Middle School offer ?
Niu Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Niu Valley Middle School part of?
Niu Valley Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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